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Hotel Santemar

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for Hotel Santemar

A buffet with various food items and a digital thermometer.
An outdoor dining area with multiple tables and benches, surrounded by planters and a decorative metal sculpture.
A well-maintained garden with various plants and a wooden bench.
A lobby with marble flooring, a gold ornate table, and a reception desk with 'INTERNET' signage.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, and a balcony with curtains.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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C/ Joaquin Costa, 28, Santander, Cantabria, 39005
  • Place, Gran Casino del Sardinero
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Jardines de Piquio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, El Sardinero Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santander (SDR)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a television.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a phone on a nightstand.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a vanity, and a wall-mounted telephone.

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room (extra bed)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room (extra bed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, and a balcony with curtains.

Royal Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Single Room

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden desk, and chairs.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room for Single Use

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a television.

Deluxe Double Room for Single Use

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Sea View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Junior Suite Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Single Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a decorative wall panel, and a bedside telephone.

Single Room

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 1

Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Santander

A family-friendly stay in Santander awaits you at Hotel Santemar. Within steps you'll find Gran Casino del Sardinero and El Sardinero Beach within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, El Rincón de Mouro, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .In proximity to this 4-property class Santander hotel you'll find Cabarceno Natural Park.

What's nearby

  • Gran Casino del Sardinero - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jardines de Piquio - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Primera El Sardinero Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • El Sardinero Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palacio de la Magdalena - 10 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Santander (YJL-Santander Train Station) - 11 min drive
  • Santander (SDR) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪With Love - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Balneario De La Magdalena - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Max Sports Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Abra - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪100 Montaditos - La Sureña - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santemar

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Santemar. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Santander hotel is smoke free.

  • 348 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Santemar offers 348 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santander hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 24 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Rincón de Mouro

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 24 for adults and from EUR 14 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santemar

Hotel Santemar Santander

Santemar

Santemar Hotel

Santemar Santander

Santemar Hotel Santander

Hotel Santemar Hotel

Hotel Santemar Santander

Hotel Santemar Hotel Santander

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Santemar?

Hotel Santemar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santemar?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santemar on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$116, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Santemar?

Yep, Hotel Santemar has a covered self car park for EUR 30 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Santemar?

Yep, Hotel Santemar is a short 5-minute walk from El Sardinero Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing and body boarding.

Is Hotel Santemar family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Santemar is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Santemar serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Santemar?

No, Hotel Santemar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Santemar?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Santemar?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Santemar?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Santemar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RAQUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location,great staff very clean, wonderful bed and pillow
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms good breakfast nice staff small rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Hotel in a very convenient position for the beach and Restaurants.
This was the view from our bedroom .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central hotel. Very clean. Coffee pod machine was great but only paper cups to drink out of. I really need a proper cup.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Omaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel with helpful staff. Good location from which to explore the beach and headland. There is parking available but there is also plenty of street parking right outside the hotel (at least there is in mid-April). Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruediger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stuff. Clean room. Giid value for price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the rooms were spotless, the staff accommodating and the location is fantastic, just close to the bus station, restaurants and the Sardinero beach. Great place to stay and walk around to get to know Santander.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parked right outside brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel in a great location

Great hotel, great location, refurbished rooms, good facilities, PlayStation for the kids, good WiFi, very clean, nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and convenient hotel within a walkable distance to the beaches. Nice spacious rooms with amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with good facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Amenities
Excellent stay could not have been happier with everything catered for staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A relaxing comfortable stay in a hotel close to stunning beach and coastline
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yanet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, willing to help
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JAVIER Martin-Gamero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, spacious and comfortable room. Hotel near the beach and local amenities. Quiet and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, more a commercial hotel feel than a tourist destination
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was lovely, very clean, close to the beach and centre around a 20mins walk through the tunnel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kvetoslava

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A place to comeback 💯
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Amazing breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Very close to the beach and main plaza
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay with excellent food.

As last time a good experience except there appeared to be a disco until 4am so next year will request a high room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024